Welcome to the Baseline Blog!
When I started my non-diet lifestyle journey, one of the most important things I did was try to learn as much as I possibly could. There is so much information out there, I wanted to put it all in one place to help make the learning process a bit easier for you. I’ll also share some of my personal experiences here because I want you to know that you are not alone. I hope that you find peace as you continue to learn and grow.
4 Ways to Start Living a More Body Neutral Lifestyle
The term “body neutral” might be new to you. It was new to me just a few years ago, but has since become the term I use to describe the way that I live my life in recovery from disordered eating. Body neutrality is different from body positivity, although I tend to think of them as belonging to the same family. Body neutrality is exactly what it sounds like, taking a neutral stance toward your body, both physically and emotionally.
Why Intuitive Eating Is Not Just Eating “Whatever You Want, Whenever You Want”
Like it tends to do, the internet has done a number on intuitive eating and made it out to be something that it is not. I think this partly comes from intuitive eating critics not actually understanding what it is. But on a deeper level, I think that the criticism of intuitive eating is mostly rooted in fatphobia.
What Does it Mean to be Weight Inclusive?
The weight-inclusive approach has gained traction in recent years as a paradigm shift from traditional weight-focused approaches. This movement prioritizes holistic health and well-being over weight loss as the ultimate goal. But what exactly does weight-inclusive mean when it comes to nutrition and fitness?